Warren Wasescha Think about joining our Hiking Club. We are a friendly, inclusive group of hikers who welcome all able-bodied hikers. Our goal is to make group hiking fun, challenging, social, and safe. We hike formally November through April and informally May through October. Our club is open to residents living in Sun Lakes and…
Linda Ryan Alison Geislinger joined the Chordaires as soon as she retired. Although she hadn’t sung in more than 10 years, Alison’s background in choirs and ensembles, combined with the director’s support, helped her adjust quickly. She sings baritone, which matches her vocal range and brings unique and welcome challenges. She says, “What also returned…
John Yu To all the new guests and regulars who are eagerly awaiting the start of our 37th season on Sunday, Sept. 28, our first dance theme will be “Country Music.” Sun Lakes country dancers will enjoy an evening of country music brought to you by our iconic country balladeer Johny U. Cash, II, and…
Sun Lakes Community Theatre’s comedy improv troupe, The ImproVables, ushers in the fall season with their hilarious new show, Fall Into Laughter. The show will be presented at Sun Lakes Country Club on Saturday, Oct. 4, in the Navajo Room. Doors open at 5 p.m., the pasta buffet dinner is at 5:30 p.m., and the…
Linda Ryan Friendship and a sense of belonging somewhere in the world is one of the most important factors for people at any time, but especially during stressful times. Many people are experiencing stress right now, whether political, financial, or fear of what the future holds in store. Unlike the stressful days of COVID-19, we…
Dr. Honora Norton, RCSL Public Image Director, and Ann Diamond It was a “second childhood” experience as Rotary Club of Sun Lakes (RCSL) Rotarians and Sew-N-Sews members met to assemble wardrobes for dolls to be donated to Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels, an agency working with pediatric cancer patients in Phoenix. Sun Lakes Sew-N-Sews locates and…
Charlene Petragallo and Bill Becker The Greater Sun Lakes Foundation is undertaking a new, ambitious fundraiser on the morning of Oct. 19. Many Sun Lakes residents have had firsthand experience with the services provided by our firefighters and EMTs. The Walk-A-Thon, Supporting Our Firefighters, One Step at a Time, is a fundraising event designed to…
Jim Carlson Pickleball does not stop at the Sun Lakes Cottonwood Palo Verde pickleball courts during the summer months. Starting in May, the courts have been home to the Firebird Ladder League with 25 to 30 players each Thursday evening. Each week, the courts have been equally attended by men and women showcasing their skills.…
The Sun Lakes Posse maintains donated medical equipment items that are available for use by all residents of Sun Lakes and SunBird for three months, free of charge. The following is a representative listing of our available medical equipment: • Metal canes (height adjustable) • Walkers with seats and walkers with wheels • Crutches •…
Warren Wasescha, Sun Likes Hiking Club I was hiking down the Echo Canyon trail on Camelback Mountain with a friend on a warm day. A guy in his 40s passed us, quickly hopping from one rock to another down the trail, carrying a bottle of Aquafina in one hand and a cell phone in the…